The European Commission’s handling of the cultural sector is currently split between DG Connect and DG Education, Youth and Culture (DG EAC). The question of a complete transfer of all matters relating to creation – regulation, support programs, accompaniment – to DG EAC alone is once again back in the spotlight. As we explained here, the summer following a European election is a period of negotiations, around « top jobs » of course, but also about the structuring of the European Commission’s services. One of the most sought-after « top jobs » is that of European Commissioner for Internal Market, Thierry Breton’s current title, which gives the incumbent the responsibility to lead DG Connect. Composed of competent and respected senior civil servants naturally…
